george Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 Thai plan strengthens PM's powers BANGKOK: -- Thailand's government has drafted a proposal that would strengthen Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra's powers by allowing him to make emergency decisions with the backing of just one minister, documents showed today. The proposed royal decree, which needs King Bhumibol Adulyadej's approval, aims at making the prime minister more flexible during crises, the cabinet document said. Thaksin's political rivals have long argued that the premier has tried to concentrate too much power in the prime minister's office. "Under the new royal decree, cabinet will reach a quorum with one third of ministers in normal situations, but in emergencies or for the benefit of secrecy, a quorum can involve only the prime minister and a concerned minister," the document said. A summary of the proposal was released on the cabinet's website. Such a system has only been used by military leaders in the past, according to local media. The proposed decree would require decisions made at any emergency cabinet meetings to be reported at the regular weekly meeting, where decisions could be reversed. Cabinet secretary general Bovornsak Uwanno announced the proposal Friday at a meeting with more than 500 state officials in Bangkok, local media reported. If the king endorses the proposal, it could take effect before the new government is formed. Bovornsak was quoted in the Thai-language paper Matichon as saying he expected the proposal to receive royal approval before the new cabinet takes office, expected in mid-March. The royal palace has not made any remarks on the proposal. Thaksin's Thai Rak Thai party swept to an overwhelming victory in February 6 polls, making him the first prime minister to win re-election and allowing him to form the first-ever single-party government. --The Australian 2005-02-26 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toastwars Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 "There may be trouble ahead" Whats the word I am looking for.....hmmmm...oh thats it..Despot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dr_Pat_Pong Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 "There may be trouble ahead" Whats the word I am looking for.....hmmmm...oh thats it..Despot <{POST_SNAPBACK}> In the plural ... Zieg Heil Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stumonster Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 is he worried about the reaction of the populace when the facade comes crashing down? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toastwars Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 It does sound disturbingly familiar...find a scapegoat..turn the populace against his scapegoat....push through sweeping new powers using the scapegoat as an excuse....next round up the scapegoat...round up anyone who diagrees with your treatment of the scapegoat...whats next death camps and dictatorship or shall we have juast a few death squads...ho hum choices choices Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marquess Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 is he worried about the reaction of the populace when the facade comes crashing down Surely the populance will only have themselves to blame, they voted for him! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mickmac Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 Just wait and see, it'll be burning down the chancellory next, followed by a quick bonfire consisting of books. Have we seen this somewhere before? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pattaya_Fox Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 ...."In emergencies, or for the benefit of secrecy" ...Oh what a tangled web we weave....now only 2 are needed to deceive...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erwin1011 Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 How quick can you liquidate your assets here? Seems to be a time for reconsiderations Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ayakiawe Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 looks like he will just add more to his toix mess Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golf Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 Why don't we just hand him a gun! Golf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
penzman Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 The man must be a great admirer of Caucescu, Marcos and the likes. He may have forgotten how Caucescu's reign suddenly ended with a bit of black powder, lead and a wall... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolfie Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 Why don't we just hand him a gun! Isnt a family member of his some top-knob in the army? Theres the gun, which way is it pointing? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golf Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 Why don't we just hand him a gun! Isnt a family member of his some top-knob in the army? Theres the gun, which way is it pointing? <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Point to those who are in his way. Golf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Khun Jean Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 The proposed royal decree, which NEEDS King Bhumibol Adulyadej's approval, aims at making the prime minister more flexible during crises, the cabinet document said. I am certain this will not be seen as a "bright idea". Mr. Thaksin can forget it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kido Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 A famous fortune teller predict that Thaksin if he cross the broder of power that he should have, then we will be removed from this country and not only as PM, so he knows about it and hope it won't came true. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
penzman Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 I'm no fortune teller but I predict another 70% increase of his fortune next year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chingy_ Posted February 27, 2005 Share Posted February 27, 2005 The proposed royal decree, which NEEDS King Bhumibol Adulyadej's approval, aims at making the prime minister more flexible during crises, the cabinet document said. I am certain this will not be seen as a "bright idea". Mr. Thaksin can forget it! <{POST_SNAPBACK}> i agree it will never happen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kreon Posted February 27, 2005 Share Posted February 27, 2005 How quick can you liquidate your assets here? Seems to be a time for reconsiderations <{POST_SNAPBACK}> suprised to hear you did not do this a long time ago i'm ready to move on the first scent of trouble, or in other words, when i feel the heat i fly, make sure you're prepared for the worst case scenario Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erwin1011 Posted February 27, 2005 Share Posted February 27, 2005 How quick can you liquidate your assets here? Seems to be a time for reconsiderations <{POST_SNAPBACK}> suprised to hear you did not do this a long time ago i'm ready to move on the first scent of trouble, or in other words, when i feel the heat i fly, make sure you're prepared for the worst case scenario <{POST_SNAPBACK}> It takes a while to disentangle things. It is almost finalized. then I'm ready to go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
konangrit Posted February 27, 2005 Share Posted February 27, 2005 The proposed royal decree, which NEEDS King Bhumibol Adulyadej's approval, aims at making the prime minister more flexible during crises, the cabinet document said. I am certain this will not be seen as a "bright idea". Mr. Thaksin can forget it! <{POST_SNAPBACK}> i agree it will never happen <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Will be very interesting to see what Thaksins' reaction is if it doesn't. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Khun Jean Posted February 27, 2005 Share Posted February 27, 2005 The proposed royal decree, which NEEDS King Bhumibol Adulyadej's approval, aims at making the prime minister more flexible during crises, the cabinet document said. I am certain this will not be seen as a "bright idea". Mr. Thaksin can forget it! <{POST_SNAPBACK}> i agree it will never happen <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Will be very interesting to see what Thaksins' reaction is if it doesn't. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Unfortunately even when it doesn't get approved he has a good excuse for when there is a crisis. His reaction will be "If i had this approval i could have done more/better... etc." So either way it will be positive for him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RDN Posted February 28, 2005 Share Posted February 28, 2005 How quick can you liquidate your assets here? Seems to be a time for reconsiderations <{POST_SNAPBACK}> suprised to hear you did not do this a long time ago i'm ready to move on the first scent of trouble, or in other words, when i feel the heat i fly, make sure you're prepared for the worst case scenario <{POST_SNAPBACK}> It takes a while to disentangle things. It is almost finalized. then I'm ready to go. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Never bring/invest more into Thailand than you can afford to lose. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Felt 35 Posted March 1, 2005 Share Posted March 1, 2005 Interesting that what some of us predicted four years ago is on the steps. Humans never learn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ajarn Posted March 5, 2005 Share Posted March 5, 2005 (edited) Sad to say, Thaksin got his wish. The King signed it a few days ago... From http://chiangmaiforum.com PM given broad power to issue resolutions The controversial Royal decree giving the prime minister unprecedented power in case of “emergency” has been passed, with debate continue to rage over whether it will further dampen political transparency and checks and balances already threatened by his overwhelming parliamentary power. The decree’s key architect, Cabinet secretary Borwornsak Uwanno, confirmed yesterday that His Majesty the King had signed it into law a few days before Edited March 5, 2005 by Ajarn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RDN Posted March 5, 2005 Share Posted March 5, 2005 Better start working on the "exit strategy"... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ajarn Posted March 5, 2005 Share Posted March 5, 2005 At least paying a bit closer attention to the wind here... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rstrauss Posted March 5, 2005 Share Posted March 5, 2005 Where's the problem? At least we and the rest of Thailand will know who to blame. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dr_Pat_Pong Posted March 5, 2005 Share Posted March 5, 2005 Where's the problem? At least we and the rest of Thailand will know who to blame. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> It'll be so sad for Muang Thai Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JacknDanny Posted March 6, 2005 Share Posted March 6, 2005 The proposed royal decree, which NEEDS King Bhumibol Adulyadej's approval, aims at making the prime minister more flexible during crises, the cabinet document said. I am certain this will not be seen as a "bright idea". Mr. Thaksin can forget it! <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Totally agree. This will never be agreed to!!!! Thank God Thailand has the greatest monarch ever Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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